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The school has been praised for the way it has supported students (Image: Penny Cross)

Devon and Cornwall Police has today confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious.

A force spokesman said: “Police were informed by ambulance on the morning of Thursday, November 23, of the death of a 15-year-old boy at an address in the Barne Barton area of Plymouth.

“Initial enquiries are underway, but this death is not currently being treated as suspicious and a file is to be prepared for the coroner.”

A touching statement posted on the school's website and Facebook page yesterday evening said: "It is with immense sadness that the academy can confirm the terrible news of the death of one of our Year 11 students, Euan Ellis.

“We are all very shocked at this tragic news and feel the loss very keenly.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time."

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Gary Futcher, head teacher at All Saints Academy Plymouth

The school, which has been highly praised by pupils and parents for the support it has given students, is urging parents of anyone affected by the tragic news to speak to their child's tutor.

The school's statement added: “We are providing support for students and staff.

“If parents have any concerns about how their child is affected by this news, please contact the form tutor in the first instance.”